Core Insights - Michael Jackson's album "Thriller" has achieved a significant milestone by spending 700 weeks on the Billboard 200, making it only the tenth album to reach this landmark [4][5][6] - The album's enduring popularity is particularly notable during October, coinciding with the Halloween season, which boosts streams and sales of its title track [3][9] - "Thriller" has seen a recent resurgence on the Billboard charts, moving from No. 67 to No. 53, with over 14,300 equivalent units sold, reflecting a more than 7% increase from the previous week [8][10] Billboard 200 Milestone - "Thriller" joins a prestigious group of albums that have spent 700 weeks on the Billboard 200, including titles from artists like Pink Floyd, Bob Marley, and Metallica [5][6] - The methodology for the Billboard 200 ranking combines both pure purchases and streaming activity, indicating the album's broad consumption in the U.S. market [4] Seasonal Popularity - The title track of "Thriller" is closely associated with Halloween, leading to increased consumption during this period, which contributes to the album's rise on various Billboard charts [3][9] - The album's performance is not limited to the main Billboard 200 chart; it also shows strong positions in the Top R&B Albums and Vinyl Albums charts [9] Recent Chart Performance - In the latest tracking period, "Thriller" has sold nearly 3,700 physical copies, including CDs, cassettes, and vinyl records, contributing to its overall sales figures [8] - The single "Thriller" has also been performing well on digital song sales charts, although it recently slipped from the top position due to competition from other artists [10][11]